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Qazi Yawar H.

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karachi, Pakistan

$50 USD per hour

Professional Graphic Designer | 13+ Years | Branding, Logos, Illustration, Print & Digital Design I'm a graphic designer with 13+ years of experience creating professional, creative, and print-ready designs for businesses, startups, and individuals worldwide. My expertise covers branding, print design, packaging, digital marketing, presentations, illustrations, photo editing, and production artwork. What I Specialize In — Branding & Identity Logo Design, Brand Identity, Corporate Identity, Visual Identity, Brand Guidelines, Rebranding, Stationery, Business Cards, Letterheads, Marketing Collateral, Advertisement Design. — Logo Design Minimalist & Modern Logo, Corporate Logo, Family Crest Logo, Mascot Logo, Emblem Logo, Badge Logo, Monogram Logo, Vintage Logo, Brand Marks, Favicon Design. — Print & Editorial Design Brochures, Flyers, Leaflet, Pamphlet, Posters, Banners, Catalogs, Magazines, Editorial Design, Annual Report Design, Newsletters, Book Design, Book Covers, Children's Books, Journals, Planners, Calendars, Workbooks, Manuals, Menus, Invitations, Layout Design. — Packaging & Product Design Packaging Design, Box Design, Labels, Stickers, Bottle Labels, Product Wraps, Packaging Style Guides, Die-lines, Food, Toy & Supplement Packaging, Product Mockups. — Digital & Marketing Design Social Media Posts, Facebook & Instagram Design, LinkedIn Graphics, YouTube Thumbnails, YouTube Banners, Channel Art, Web Banners, Email Signatures, Infographics, Canva Designs. — Presentation & Document Design PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva Presentations, Pitch Decks, Company Profiles, Business Reports, Proposal Design, Resume Design, CV Design, Microsoft Word Formatting. — Illustration & Artwork Custom Illustration, Vector Illustration, Character Design, Cartoon Illustration, Caricatures, Children's Book Illustration, Mascot Design, Tattoo Design, Pixel Art, 2D Game Art, Book Cover Design, Abstract Art, Graffiti Art, T-shirt Design, Calligraphy, and Typography. — Signage & Large Format Signage Design, Window Vinyl, Wall Graphics, Wall Murals, Vehicle Wraps, Storefront Graphics, Exhibition Graphics, Vehicle Wraps & Vinyl Graphics — Photo Editing Photo Retouching, Restoration, Manipulation, Wedding Photo Editing, Album Design, Photo Collages, Background Removal, Object Removal, Color Correction, Lightroom Editing, Photoshop Compositing. — Vector & Production Artwork Vector Tracing, Vectorization, Image to Vector, SVG Creation, PDF Conversion, Logo Vector Recreation, AI, EPS, SVG, Print-Ready Artwork, Press-Ready PDFs. Why Clients Choose Me ✔ 13+ Years of Experience ✔ 3 to 5 Design Concepts ✔ Unlimited Revisions ✔ Fast Turnaround ✔ AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, PSD, PNG & JPG Files ✔ Print & Web Ready Artwork ✔ Full Copyright Transfer Tools Adobe Illustrator • Photoshop • InDesign • Lightroom • CorelDRAW • Canva • PowerPoint • Microsoft Word • Google Slides Let's create something exceptional together—send me your project details today

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Rachbauer L.

4.9

1568

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PITESTI, Romania

$25 USD per hour

C L A S S I C A L • A R T I S T R Y • M E E T S • M O D E R N • D E S I G N With a degree in Fine Arts and over 18 years of professional experience, I don't just "generate" graphics—I craft unique brand identities. My background in traditional art allows me to provide a level of soul and detail that AI simply cannot replicate. Why work with me? ✔ 1,500+ Satisfied Clients: A proven track record of reliability and excellence. ✔ Fine Arts Precision: Hand-drawn quality for logos, vectors, and illustrations. ✔ Business-Driven Results: Design that doesn't just look good, but helps your business grow. Ready to elevate your brand? Let’s create something timeless. Click 'Hire Me' to start.

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Sunrise Web Technology

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1513

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Sundernagar, India

$20 USD per hour

⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡--Welcome to Innovative Arts--⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡ We are a creative graphic design agency with over 10+ years of experience and proud members of the Preferred Freelancer Program. We specialize in logo design, branding, print design, and web & media design, delivering modern and impactful solutions that help businesses grow and stand out. We combine creativity with strategy to deliver visually strong, professional, and brand-focused designs. Every project is created with originality, precision, and attention to detail to clearly communicate your vision. With a strong focus on quality and consistency, we are committed to building memorable and trustworthy brand identities. Our process is collaborative, ensuring we understand your goals and deliver designs that add real value to your brand. ✔️✔️On the Design Side✔️✔️ I specialize in creating impactful ✅logos, ✅branding, ✅marketing materials, ✅social media graphics, ✅brochures, ✅packaging, ✅presentations, and ✅print-ready artwork. 🔄We Expertise In:🔄 ⭐Adobe Photoshop ⭐Adobe Illustrator ⭐Adobe Acrobat ⭐PowerPoint ⭐WordPad ⭐Corel Draw ⭐InDesign ⭐Canva Pro ✔✔✔On the Development Side✔✔✔ We build responsive, user-friendly, and high-performing websites using ✔️HTML, ✔️CSS, ✔️JavaScript, ✔️ PHP, ✔️Laravel, ✔️WordPress, ✔️Shopify, ✔️Wix, ✔️Squarespace, and ✔️WooCommerce. ✅We expertise includes✅ ✔️CMS-based website development ✔️Custom theme and plugin customization ✔️WooCommerce booking systems ✔️Payment gateway integrations ✔️API integration & website optimization, ✔️Bug fixing, and ongoing maintenance. “Reach out now to build a powerful brand identity that inspires trust and attracts clients.”

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Eclick Softwares

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1431

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Kolkata, India

$20 USD per hour

Welcome to EClick Softwares - Your Comprehensive Digital Solutions Partner! With over 3000 successful projects under our belt, EClick Softwares is a powerhouse in the freelance web development community. Our team of 75+ skilled professionals is ready to tackle any digital challenge you throw our way. Specialize in: o Web Development o Mobile App Creation o CRM Systems o Application Software o Digital Marketing Languages and platforms: o Node.js, Next.js, React.js o Angular, Vue.js o PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter o WordPress, WooCommerce o Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop o Ionic, WIX o Joomla, Drupal o MySQL, CSS, HTML Others Expertise: o Graphic design: Logos, flyers, business cards, banners, and more o SEO and SEM optimization o Content writing services o Flexible pricing and payment options o Expert consultations

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Parkash J.

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Chandigarh, India

$20 USD per hour

Hi, I’m Prakash, a creative Graphic & Web Designer with 20+ years of experience. I help businesses create clean, modern, and memorable brand identities that build trust and improve customer engagement. I specialize in branding, packaging, illustration, and website design, delivering polished creative solutions for both print and digital platforms. My expertise includes: • Illustration & Custom Artwork • Logo & Brand Identity Design • Packaging & Label Design • Shopify & WordPress Websites • Social Media & Marketing Graphics Why clients work with me: • 1100+ completed projects • Strong attention to detail • Modern, conversion-focused design approach • Fast turnaround & smooth communication • Print-ready and fully editable final files If you’re looking for clean, professional, and impactful design work, I’d be happy to help bring your vision to life.

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sahildogra222

4.9

1010

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KATHUA, India

$30 USD per hour

Hello! My name is Sahil an artist, Motivated and results-driven designer with 6+ years of experience. I always work for my client satisfaction and I always give my 100% to provide satisfactory result to my client and my pleasing personality and humble nature help me to interact more frequently with client. I look forward to hearing from you. LOGO | ILLUSTRATOR | WEBSITE | GRAPHIC | ARCHITECT | 3D | RECOMMENDED Cheers, SAHIL D.

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Aastha G.

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796

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YAMUNANAGAR, India

$12 USD per hour

Greetings! 🌟 Web Development & Graphic Design Expert 💼 Why Work With Me? ✨ Proven Experience Over 8 years of delivering high-quality websites and professional designs across various industries. ✨ On-Time & On-Budget Delivery I respect deadlines and ensure smooth, stress-free project execution. ✨ Clear Communication You’ll always stay updated. I focus on understanding your vision and turning it into reality. ✨ Quality Without Compromise Fast turnaround while maintaining design excellence and website performance. 🎨 Graphic Design Services ✔ Logo Design ✔ Posters Design ✔ Brand Identity & Stationery ✔ Brochure & Flyer Design ✔ Social Media Creatives ✔ Banner & Ad Design ✔ Business Cards ✔ PowerPoint Presentations ✔Post design ✔Flyer design ✔Logo vector design ✔Illustrator ✔ Professional Photoshop Editing ✔ Website UI Design ✔Webflow ✔WordPress ✔Wix ✔Squarespace ✔shopify 💻 When it come to Website Development work My Core Technical Skills include:- 🛒 E-commerce Expertise Shopify & Woo Commerce store setup, customization, performance optimization, and conversion-focused improvements. ⚙️ CMS Development Advanced development and tailored solutions in WordPress, Wix, and Squarespace. 🧩 Custom Coding Core PHP & HTML with strong experience in plugin customization and feature development. 🎨 Creative Integration Professional graphic design support across branding, packaging, and digital media to keep your website visually consistent. Quality Guarantee: I provide a fast turnaround without compromising on the quality of design or the stability of development. Website Portfolio:- https://www.highland hideaway experiences.com.au/ (WordPress) https://www.nojuto.com/ (Wix) https://hodohclothingunlimited.com/(Shopify) I am prepared to apply my 8+ years of expertise to your project. Please feel free to reach out to schedule a consultation." Warm Regards, Aastha.

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Kiran Graphix & 3D Studio

4.9

785

8.0

97%

Mohali, India

$15 USD per hour

Hello! I'm Kirandeep Kaur, a creative Graphic Designer, CAD Designer, and 2D/3D Artist with 8+ years of experience delivering high-quality design solutions to clients worldwide. I help businesses and individuals turn ideas into professional, production-ready designs with a strong focus on quality, creativity, and timely delivery. Services : ● Graphic Design: Logo & Branding, Business Cards, Flyers, Brochures, Social Media Graphics, Packaging ● Photo Editing: Retouching, Background Removal, Color Correction, Image Enhancement ● Illustration: Vector Art, Character Design, Digital Illustration ● CAD & Product Design: Technical Drawings, Product Design, Manufacturing Drawings ● 3D Services: 3D Modeling, Rendering, STL/STEP/OBJ Files, 3D Printing Models ● Video Editing & Motion Graphics Software : ● Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, CorelDRAW, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Blender, 3ds Max, SketchUp. Why Choose Me? ✔ 8+ Years of Experience ✔ Professional Communication ✔ Fast Turnaround ✔ Attention to Detail ✔ High-Quality, Production-Ready Deliverables I am committed to delivering creative, accurate, and reliable design solutions that exceed client expectations. Best Regards, Creative Design50 Studio

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Akshita K.

4.9

584

7.9

95%

Irvine, United States

$40 USD per hour

Graphic Designer & Vector Illustration Expert | 10+ Years of Professional Experience With over 10 years of experience in the design industry and a strong track record on Freelancer platforms, I specialize in creating high-quality graphic designs and vector artwork that help businesses build a strong visual identity. My expertise includes: • Vector Tracing & Vector Conversion • Logo Design & Brand Identity • Illustration & Custom Vector Art • T-Shirt & Merchandise Design • Icon & Infographic Design • Business Cards, Flyers & Brochures • Social Media Graphics & Marketing Materials • Packaging & Label Design • Banner & Advertisement Design • 2D Character Design & Vector Portraits • Print-Ready Artwork & Large Format Graphics Design Tools I Use • Adobe Illustrator (Expert) • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe InDesign • CorelDRAW • Figma • Canva Pro Why Choose Me? ✔ 10+ Years of Professional Design Experience ✔ 100% Original & Creative Designs ✔ Fast Turnaround Time ✔ Unlimited Revisions Until Satisfaction ✔ High-Quality Vector & Print-Ready Files ✔ Excellent Communication & Project Management ✔ Attention to Detail and Brand Consistency ✔ Reliable, Professional, and Deadline-Oriented I am passionate about transforming ideas into visually compelling designs that deliver results. Whether you need a modern logo, detailed vector illustration, marketing materials, or complete brand assets, I am committed to providing professional solutions tailored to your business goals.

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How to hire a great freelance Instructional Designer

An instructional designer is a learning specialist who designs, develops, and structures educational content and training programs that help learners acquire knowledge or skills efficiently. Hiring a freelance instructional designer gives you access to a professional who can transform raw subject matter into engaging courses, eLearning modules, workshops, and corporate training that drive measurable learning outcomes.

What does an instructional designer do?

An instructional designer applies learning theory, cognitive science, and adult education principles to create training that actually works. They translate complex topics from subject matter experts into structured lessons with clear objectives, assessments, and activities. The goal is behavior change or skill acquisition, not just content delivery.

Most instructional design freelancers follow proven frameworks such as ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation), SAM (Successive Approximation Model), Bloom's Taxonomy, and Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction. They also apply learning models like Kirkpatrick's four levels of evaluation to measure training effectiveness.

Deliverables you can expect from a freelance instructional designer

Instructional design covers a wide range of formats depending on your audience, delivery method, and learning goals. A skilled instructional design consultant can scope and produce any of the following:

eLearning courses built in Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, or Adobe Captivate

SCORM, xAPI, and AICC-compliant packages ready for upload to your LMS

Instructor-led training (ILT) materials, including facilitator guides, participant workbooks, and slide decks

Virtual instructor-led training (vILT) sessions designed for Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Webex

Microlearning modules, job aids, and performance support tools

Video-based training with scripts, storyboards, and motion graphics

Assessments, quizzes, scenario-based questions, and knowledge checks

Course storyboards, learning objectives, and curriculum maps

Needs analysis reports and training gap assessments

Compliance training, onboarding programs, and product training libraries

Tools and platforms instructional designers use

Strong instructional design specialists are fluent in the authoring tools, LMS platforms, and media software that production demands. When reviewing portfolios, look for hands-on experience with the tools your stack already uses.

Authoring tools: Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Adobe Captivate, iSpring Suite, Lectora, Vyond, Camtasia

Learning management systems: Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, TalentLMS, Docebo, Cornerstone, Litmos, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday Learning

Video and graphics: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Camtasia, Synthesia

Collaboration and design: Figma, Miro, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Notion

Standards and frameworks: SCORM 1.2, SCORM 2004, xAPI (Tin Can), AICC, Section 508, WCAG accessibility

Industries that hire instructional designers

Almost every sector with a workforce or customer base benefits from structured learning. Freelance instructional designers commonly support:

Corporate L&D teams building onboarding, leadership, and compliance training

Healthcare and pharmaceutical companies producing clinical, regulatory, and HIPAA training

Higher education institutions and K-12 publishers developing online curricula

SaaS and technology companies creating customer education academies and product training

Financial services firms producing AML, KYC, and risk training

Manufacturing and logistics companies building safety and operations training

Government agencies, nonprofits, and associations delivering certification programs

How to evaluate an instructional designer

The best instructional design experts combine pedagogical knowledge with strong production skills. When reviewing candidates, look for evidence of both halves.

A portfolio with published course samples, storyboards, or interactive demos you can click through

Demonstrated use of a documented design model such as ADDIE or SAM

Experience writing measurable learning objectives aligned to Bloom's Taxonomy

Proficiency with at least one major authoring tool and SCORM or xAPI publishing

Background in your subject area or proven experience working with subject matter experts

Familiarity with accessibility standards, especially WCAG 2.1 and Section 508

Credentials such as a Master's in Instructional Design, ATD certification, or CPTD designation are useful but not required if the portfolio is strong

Sample interview questions you can use directly:

Walk me through your design process from kickoff to final delivery for a recent eLearning project.

How do you write learning objectives, and how do you tie them to assessments?

Tell me about a time you had to translate a complex technical topic from a subject matter expert into a learner-friendly module.

Which authoring tools are you fluent in, and how do you decide between Storyline, Rise, and Captivate for a given project?

How do you measure whether a training program actually improved performance after launch?

Why hire instructional designers on Freelancer.com

Freelancer.com gives you access to a global community of instructional design consultants spanning every industry, language, and authoring tool. Whether you need a single microlearning module or a full curriculum overhaul, you can post a project on Freelancer.com and receive competitive bids from qualified freelancers within hours. Profiles include verified ratings, completed project counts, written reviews, and portfolio samples so you can shortlist with confidence. Clients set their own budgets and timelines, and Milestone Payments protect funds until deliverables are approved.

Ready to build training that actually changes behavior? Post a project on Freelancer.com today and connect with skilled instructional designers ready to deliver eLearning, curriculum, and training programs aligned to your goals.

What are the steps to hiring a freelance instructional designer?

Hiring an instructional designer is straightforward when your brief gives bidders enough context to scope the work accurately. The process below walks through how to attract strong proposals, evaluate them objectively, and award the project with confidence. Each step is tailored to the specifics of instructional design work, from authoring tool requirements to portfolio review.

Step 1: Post your project on Freelancer.com

Your project brief is the single biggest factor in the quality of bids you receive. A clear brief filters for instructional designers whose tools, methodology, and subject area genuinely match your needs. Head to the post project page , where you fill in the brief, scope, timeline, and budget before publishing the project for freelancers to bid on.

Specify the course format and length: eLearning, ILT, vILT, microlearning, video, or blended

Name the required authoring tool and output standard, such as Articulate Storyline with SCORM 1.2 for your Moodle LMS

Describe the target audience, their prior knowledge level, and the business outcome the training must drive

List source materials you can provide, including SME availability, existing decks, or research reports

Note compliance or accessibility requirements such as WCAG 2.1 AA or Section 508

Set a realistic timeline for storyboard, alpha, beta, and gold reviews, plus an indicative budget range

Step 2: Review bids from freelancers

Bids are short proposals, not just price quotes. They reveal how each instructional designer interprets your brief, the methodology they would apply, and the timeline they consider realistic. Read carefully and shortlist candidates whose understanding of the work clearly matches what you posted.

Look for proposals that reference a specific design model such as ADDIE or SAM

Check whether the bidder asks intelligent clarifying questions about audience, objectives, or LMS compatibility

Confirm the proposed timeline accounts for storyboard approval, SME review cycles, and revision rounds

Review attached portfolio samples for clickable course demos, storyboards, or video walkthroughs

Use Freelancer.com's chat to discuss authoring tool choice, accessibility, and SCORM packaging before shortlisting

Step 3: Evaluate freelancers and award the project

The final decision combines proposal quality with profile evidence. Look for consistency across multiple past projects rather than one standout sample, since instructional design quality depends on repeatable process discipline. Pay attention to client reviews that mention SME collaboration, on-time delivery, and revision handling.

Review portfolio depth across formats relevant to your project, such as compliance, software training, or onboarding

Check star ratings, completed project volume, and completion rate

Read written client reviews for comments on communication and adherence to learning objectives

Confirm the freelancer has a verified payment method and a strong on-time delivery record

Award the project and structure Milestone Payments around storyboard approval, alpha build, beta build, and final SCORM delivery so funds are released only as each phase is approved

How long does an instructional design project take?

Timelines depend on length, interactivity, and review cycles. A short microlearning module can be produced in one to two weeks, while a one-hour interactive eLearning course typically takes four to eight weeks from kickoff to final SCORM package. Full curriculum projects with multiple modules can run several months.

What's the difference between an instructional designer and an eLearning developer?

An instructional designer focuses on the strategy, structure, and pedagogy of training, including needs analysis, learning objectives, and storyboards. An eLearning developer focuses on building the course in an authoring tool such as Storyline or Captivate. Many freelancers offer both skill sets, but for complex projects you may want to hire one of each.

Can I hire an instructional designer for a one-off project?

Yes. Freelance instructional designers regularly take on single courses, refresh existing content, run a needs analysis, or convert ILT decks into eLearning. Scoping a tight, well-defined brief is the fastest way to attract qualified bids for a one-off engagement.

Do I need to provide subject matter expertise?

In most cases, yes. The instructional designer brings the learning methodology and production skills, while you or a designated subject matter expert provide the source content, accuracy review, and approval. A good freelancer will structure interviews and review checkpoints to keep your SME's time commitment manageable.

Should I hire a freelance instructional designer or an agency?

A freelancer is usually the better fit when you need direct communication, faster turnaround, and a single point of accountability for one or two courses. Agencies make more sense for large multi-course programs requiring parallel production teams. For most corporate L&D needs, a freelance instructional design specialist delivers excellent results at a more flexible cost structure.